AltusvsLiberty

Altus (aroma) and Liberty (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Altus

Aroma

Alpha acid

15–18.5%

Beta acid

4–5.2%

Total oil

3–4.4 mL

United States

Liberty

Bittering

Alpha acid

3–6.5%

Beta acid

3–4%

Total oil

0.6–1.8 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Altus

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Liberty

  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Spicy

Only in Altus

ResinTangerine

Only in Liberty

NobleFloralHerbalDelicateCitrusLemon

Property

PropertyAltusLiberty
Alpha acid15–18.5%3–6.5%
Beta acid4–5.2%3–4%
Co-humulone26–29%22–30%
Total oil3–4.4 mL0.6–1.8 mL
Myrcene-15–25%
Humulene-35–45%
Caryophyllene-10–15%
Farnesene-0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaBittering

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